Introduction to criminal justice
- ISBN: 9781437734904
- Editorial: Anderson Publishing Company
- Fecha de la edición: 2011
- Lugar de la edición: Cincinnati. Estados Unidos de Norteamérica
- Edición número: 7th ed
- Encuadernación: Rústica
- Medidas: 25 cm
- Nº Pág.: 576
- Idiomas: Inglés
This student-friendly introductory core text describes the criminal justice process in the United States - outlining the decisions, practices, people, and issues involved. It provides a solid introduction to the mechanisms of the criminal justice system, with balanced coverage of the issues presented by each facet of the process, including a thorough review of practices and controversies in law enforcement, the criminal courts, and corrections. Each chapter is enhanced by important terms, boxes, photos, and review questions. New edition includes updated statistics and an extended focus on theoretical approaches throughout the text. New information and attention added on terrorism and homeland security issues. An easy-to-access glossary offers a complete collection of essential terms in criminal justice.